Palau Robert facts for kids
Palau Robert is a beautiful building in Barcelona, Spain. It's located on a famous street called Passeig de Gràcia. This grand building used to be the home of a very important person named Robert Robert i Surís. He was a wealthy and influential man who was involved in business and politics around the year 1900.
Today, Palau Robert is a public place run by the government of Catalonia. It's a busy spot where you can find an exhibition center with three different halls. There's also a concert hall for music events and lovely gardens to explore. It's also home to the main Information Tourist Centre for Catalonia, where visitors can get help and information about the region.
During a time called the Spanish Civil War (from 1936 to 1939), Palau Robert was used by the Generalitat de Catalunya (the Catalan government) as their Ministry of Culture. After the war ended, Robert's family got the building back. However, in 1981, the Catalan government bought Palau Robert again, and it became a public building for everyone to enjoy.
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Exploring Palau Robert
The Building's Design
Palau Robert is a great example of a style called "late Neoclassical". This means it looks a bit like ancient Greek and Roman buildings, but with a touch of modern design from the early 1900s. The building is made from strong stone that came all the way from a place called Montgrí.
The construction of Palau Robert was finished in 1903. Two talented architects, Henry Grandpierre and Joan Martorell i Montells, led the project.
The Beautiful Gardens
The gardens around Palau Robert are also very special. They were designed by a person named Ramon Oliva. He also designed another famous spot in Barcelona, Plaça Catalunya. Some of the palm trees you see in the gardens were brought there during a big event called the 1888 Barcelona Universal Exposition. This was a huge world's fair held in Barcelona many years ago.
Getting to Palau Robert
It's easy to get to Palau Robert using public transport in Barcelona.
Metro and Train Access
The closest Barcelona Metro station is called Diagonal. You can also use the FGC train system. The nearest FGC station is Provença. Both stations are very close to Palau Robert, making it simple to visit. These stations connect to several lines, including L3, L5, L6, L7, S1, S2, S5 and S55.
Bus Routes Nearby
Many bus lines also stop near Palau Robert. Some of the bus numbers you can look for are: 6, 7, 15, 16, 17, 22, 24, 28, 33, and 34.
See also
In Spanish: Palacio Robert para niños
- List of museums in Barcelona
- List of theatres and concert halls in Barcelona
